About the job
ABOUT VEG
Founded in 2014, Veterinary Emergency Group (VEG) is dedicated to providing exceptional care for pets and their owners during critical moments. By challenging the traditional emergency room experience, we have rapidly expanded to offer 24/7 emergency services nationwide, ensuring a positive experience for pets, their families, and our dedicated staff, whom we affectionately call VEGgies!
At VEG, we empower individuals to pursue their passion for veterinary emergency medicine. Our innovative approach transforms the ER environment, allowing you to handle diverse emergency cases—including exotics—in an immersive, customer-centric setting that prioritizes compassionate care for both pets and people.
We believe in fostering a supportive work atmosphere where every VEGgie feels valued and has the opportunity to grow professionally through unparalleled learning and mentorship. Join us and discover the impact you can make in the field of veterinary emergency care!
VEG is proud to be recognized as a certified Great Place to Work® for 2025 and 2026.
THE PROGRAM
Our Veterinary Technician Student Externship Program is designed to nurture the next generation of veterinary technicians through hands-on, experiential learning in emergency medicine. You'll be actively involved—not just observing, but engaging directly with the dynamic ER environment.
Gain firsthand experience in patient triage, diagnostics, and inpatient care while working closely with our credentialed emergency veterinary technicians. This program provides an invaluable opportunity to explore your passion for emergency medicine and helps you determine if this is the career path you wish to pursue. Build a solid foundation, feel inspired, and become part of something larger.
WHAT YOU’LL DO
- Learn from leading emergency veterinary professionals.
- Work alongside a credentialed emergency veterinary technician for mentorship and on-the-job training.
- Shadow and assist in triage, outpatient visits, diagnostics, anesthesia, inpatient care, and more.
- Practice skills outlined in your school’s proficiency checklist with guidance and support.
- Experience the teamwork and fast-paced environment that defines emergency care at VEG.
- Evaluate whether becoming an ER superhero aligns with your future aspirations.

